Articles for tag: Antidepressant Side Effects, Lexapro, Lexapro Side Effects, Serotonin Syndrome

Lexapro Side Effects: Curbs Depression, but Not Worth Problems

As someone who has fought major depression for five years, I have experienced the side effects of several antidepressant drugs. Lexapro was about the third antidepressant I was prescribed over the course of my treatment. According to my doctor, Lexapro works also to decrease patient’s anxiety levels. From my personal experience, the drug did not ...

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What is Serotonin Syndrome?

Serotonin Syndrome is a rare medical condition that occurs when two medicines are taken together and serotonin levels rise. It can sometimes be life threatening and a short stay in the hospital may be needed to observe the person until their serotonin levels return to normal. Causes Serotonin Syndrome can occur when two medications that ...

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Possible Side Effects of Zoloft

Zoloft is also known by its generic name of sertraline. It is a medication used for the treatment of depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, panic disorder, and social anxiety disorder. In addition, it is often prescribed for generalized anxiety disorder and some eating related problems, although it is not officially indicated for these. Zoloft ...

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Switching from Zoloft to Lexapro: Maximizing Comfort, Safety

Zoloft was one of the very first SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) anti-depressants that came on the market and was widely prescribed, and there is no doubt that it has helped millions of individuals on their road to recovery from depression. Other people, however, have experienced troubling side effects from taking Zoloft, including feelings of ...